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President's Secretariat
President of India to Lay Foundation Stones for Uttar Pradesh National Law University and New Building Complex of Allahabad High Court Tomorrow
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, will visit Uttar Pradesh  tomorrow  to lay the foundation stones for Uttar Pradesh National Law University and new building complex of Allahabad High Court.
President's Secretariat
President’s Buddha Purnima greetings
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in his message on the eve of Buddha Purnima has said:-
“On the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima, I offer warm greetings and good wishes to all fellow citizens as well as followers of Lord Buddha across the world.
The values of non-violence, peace, compassion and service to humanity embodied in the teachings of Lord Buddha have profoundly influenced human history and the course of civilization. These teachings have become even more relevant in the present times.
May Lord Buddha’s message infuse our thoughts, words and deeds and guide us towards greater compassion, love and fraternity”.
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Election Commission
Election Commissioner of India, Dr. Anup Chandra Pandey visits Uzbekistan to observe early Presidential Elections
The elections, being held under the framework of the new constitution adopted in April this year, is being keenly watched by the international community
On the invitation of the Central Election Commission of Uzbekistan, Election Commissioner of India, Dr. Anup Chandra Pandey is leading a three-member delegation to Uzbekistan to observe the conduct of early Presidential elections to be held tomorrow i.e. 9th July 2023. Four candidates including the incumbent President are in the fray. This election is being held under the framework of new constitution which was adopted in Uzbekistan after the recent Referendum held in April this year, and is being keenly watched by the international community.
Earlier, Dr. Anup Chandra Pandey and the Chairman, CEC of Uzbekistan held a meeting on electoral cooperation on 6th July 2023. Dr. Pandey spoke about the recent conduct of elections in India and various avenues for further strengthening electoral ties between the two countries through signing of MoU on electoral cooperation, training and capacity building programs which ECI would be happy to organize for Uzbekistan election officials. Delegates from Uzbekistan have been avidly participating in ECI’s International Election Visitors Programmes  organized during elections and officials from Uzbekistan have been attending training programs at ECI under the ITEC program.
Under the Uzbekistan laws, the President is elected for a seven-year term from a single nationwide constituency. The election administration follows a three-tier structure comprising the Central Election Commission, 14 District Election Commissions and 10,760 Precinct Election Commissions. Uzbekistan has an electorate of about 20 million. Each polling station caters to a maximum of 3000 voters. Over 22 million eligible voters are registered to vote in the elections. With over 10,000 polling stations in the country and 55 abroad opened for the citizens of Uzbekistan residing in foreign countries, the exercise is set to become a landmark in that country’s history.
The Indian delegation, led by Election Commissioner Dr Anup Chandra Pandey and comprising Deputy Election Commissioners Mr. Hirdesh Kumar and Mr. RK Gupta also visited the 7th and 14th District Election Commissions to obtain an overview of the electoral administration, procedures and initiatives of the CEC of Uzbekistan.
Dr. Pandey is also slated to interact with the representatives of Non-Resident Indian community based in Tashkent on Indian Elections.
Ministry of Communications
Regional Office of Universal Postal Union  gets inaugurated in New Delhi today
India to undertake UPU’s technical assistance activities in the region
Minister of State for Communication Shri Devusinh Chauhan and Director General, Universal Postal Union  Mr Masahiko Metoki inaugurated the Regional Office of UPU here today. The Regional Office will undertake UPU’s technical assistance activities in South Asia region by entering into a host country agreement by Department of Posts, India.
The Regional Office of UPU in India will serve as a vital platform for exchanging ideas, experiences and expertise, thereby accelerating the modernisation and transformation of the postal sector. It will act as a hub for promoting collaboration among UPU member countries in the Asia Pacific region, encouraging innovation and facilitating knowledge sharing to enhance postal services.
India also announced contribution of USD 2,00,000 over a period of four years towards the UPU’s Development and Technical Assistance activities through Asia Pacific Postal Union. This financial contribution aims to support capacity building, infrastructure development, and other essential activities to strengthen the postal sector in the region.
Establishment of the UPU Regional Office in India is a significant step towards India’s commitment for South-South cooperation and its active role in global postal development.
It will also create opportunities for joint initiatives and capacity building programmes that will enhance the quality of postal services, cross-border e-commerce and contribute to economic development and social well-being.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Indian nuclear scientists for achieving criticality of Kakrapar Atomic Power Plant-3
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Indian nuclear scientists for achieving criticality of Kakrapar Atomic Power Plant-3.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Congratulations to our nuclear scientists for achieving criticality of Kakrapar Atomic Power Plant-3! This indigenously designed 700 MWe KAPP-3 reactor is a shining example of Make in India. And a trailblazer for many such future achievements!"
Prime Minister's Office
Lt. Governor of Jammu & Kashmir calls on PM
Lt. Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.
The Prime Minister's office tweeted;
"Lt. Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri @manojsinha_ called on PM @narendramodi."
PIB Headquarters
DAK ADALAT TO SOLVE PROBLEMS RELATING TO POSTAL SERVICES
Ahmedabad, 21-06-2019
Department of Post proposes to hold Dak Adalat for Settlement of grievances relating to Postal services. Dak Adalat for 2nd Quarter ending on 30.06.2019 will be held at 11:00 hours onwards on 09.07.2019  in the O/o the Postmaster General, Head Quarter Region, Speed Post Bhavan, Shahibaug, Ahmedabad-380004.
The Postmaster General will hear each complainant individually and settle the problem of public on the spot. The idea of the above stated Adalat is to give a personal hearing and settlement of problems of the Public on the spot.
The complaints of Postal services related to Head Quarter Region, Ahmedabad should be sent to Shri V K Darji, Asstt. Director Postal Services , Complaint section, O/o the Postmaster General, Ahmedabad Head Quarter Region, Speed Post Bhavan, Shahibaug, Ahmedabad-380004, so as to reach latest by 28.06.2019 . The complaints received after the due date will not be entertained.
The complaints should be concrete and in brief. The complaints of a general nature and of policy matters will not be entertained. Moreover, the complaints should not contain more than one point or subject in one application.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves Central Sector Scheme of financing facility under 'Agriculture Infrastructure Fund'
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has given its approval to a new pan India Central Sector Scheme-Agriculture Infrastructure Fund. The scheme shall provide a medium - long term debt financing facility for investment in viable projects for post-harvest management Infrastructure and community farming assets through interest subvention and financial support.
Under the scheme, Rs. One Lakh Crore will be provided by banks and financial institutions as loans to Primary Agricultural Credit Societies , Marketing Cooperative Societies, Farmer Producers Organizations , Self Help Group , Farmers, Joint Liability Groups , Multipurpose Cooperative Societies, Agri-entrepreneurs, Startups, Aggregation Infrastructure Providers and Central/State agency or Local Body sponsored Public Private Partnership Project
Loans will be disbursed in four years starting with sanction of Rs. 10,000 crorein the current year and Rs. 30,000 crore each in next three financial years.
All loans under this financing facility will have interest subvention of 3% per annum up to a limit of Rs. 2 crore. This subvention will be available for a maximum period of seven years. Further, credit guarantee coverage will be available for eligible borrowers from this financing facility under Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises  scheme for a loan up to Rs. 2 crore. The fee for this coverage will be paid by the Government. In case of FPOs the credit guarantee may be availed from the facility created under FPO promotion scheme of Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare .
The total outflow as budgetary support from Government of India  will be Rs.10,736 crore:
Moratorium for repayment under this financing facility may vary subject to minimum of 6 months and maximum of 2 years.
The Project by way of facilitating formal credit to farm and farm processing-based activities is expected to create numerous job opportunities in rural areas.
Agri Infra fund will be managed and monitored through an online Management Information System  platform. It will enable all the qualified entities to apply for loan under the fund. The online platform will also provide benefits such as transparency of interest rates offered by multiple banks, scheme details including interest subvention and credit guarantee offered, minimum documentation, faster approval process as also integration with other scheme benefits.
The National, State and District level Monitoring Committees will be set up to ensure real-time monitoring and effective feed-back.
The duration of the Scheme shall be from FY2020 to FY2029 .
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
MSP Operations during Kharif Marketing Season 2020-21
In the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season  2020-21, Government continues to procure Kharif 2020-21 crops at its MSP from farmers as per its existing MSP Schemes.
Paddy procurement for Kharif 2020-21 is continuing smoothly in the procuring States & UTs of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Telangana, Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala,Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Maharashtra with purchase of over 315.87LMTs of paddy up to 28.11.2020 against the last year corresponding purchase of 266.19LMT showing an increase of 18.66 % over last year. Out of the total purchase of 315.87 LMT, Punjab alone has contributed 202.72 LMT which is 64.18 % of total procurement.
About 29.37 Lac farmers have already been benefitted from the ongoing KMS procurement Operations with MSP value of Rs. 59636.82Crore.
Further, based on the proposal from the States, approval was accorded for procurement of 45.24 LMT of Pulse and Oilseeds of Kharif Marketing Season 2020 for the States of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Gujarat, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh under Price Support Scheme . Further, sanction for procurement of 1.23 LMT of Copra  for the States of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala was also given. For other States/UTs, approval will also be accorded on receipt of proposals for procurement of Pulses, Oilseeds and Copra under PSS so that procurement of FAQ grade of these crops can be made at notified MSP for the year 2020-21 directly from the registered farmers, if the market rate goes below MSP during the notified harvesting period in the respective States/UTs by the Central Nodal Agencies through State nominated procuring agencies.
Upto 28.11.2020, the Government through its Nodal Agencies has procured 100120.96 MT of Moong, Urad, Groundnut Pods and Soyabean having MSP value of Rs.538.96 Crores benefitting 57772 farmers in Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Haryana and Rajasthan.
Similarly, 5089 MT of copra  having MSP value of Rs.52.40 crore has been procured benefitting 3961 farmers in Karnataka and Tamil Naduupto 28.11.2020 as against the last year corresponding purchase of 293.34 MT of copra. In respect of Copra and Urad, rates are ruling above MSP in most of the major producing States. The respective State/UTs Governments are making necessary arrangements for commencement of procurement from the date as decided by the respective States based on the arrivals in respect of Kharif Pulses and Oilseeds.
Procurement operations of seed cotton  under MSP are going on smoothly in the States of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh,Maharashtra, Gujarat,Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Karnataka. Till 28.11.2020 a quantity of 2816255 cotton bales valuing Rs.8286.91 Crore has been procured benefitting 565591 farmers.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Visible impact of IFFI among global film fraternity reinforces the belief that cinema brings people together: Vice President of India
#IFFIWood, November18, 2022
The Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar has extended his best wishes for the 53rd edition of IFFI and for its grand success.
Highlighting the impact of International Film Festival of India  in global film fraternity, the Vice President has said that this reinforces the belief that cinema brings people together. The Vice President also added the importance of films as a medium of communication for building bridges among different cultures and religions. “The role of the films in promoting peace, harmony and mutual understanding across the borders of nationalities, cultures, religions and other such distinctions has been widely appreciated.”
The festival brings together global film professionals, enthusiasts and delegates under one roof, to explore, nurture and promote their deep love for films.
The 53rd edition of IFFI is all set to begin its colourful celebration, opening on 20th November 2022 at Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor stadium, Talegao, Goa.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘7.32% Government Stock 2024’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.26% Government Stock 2029’, Auction for Sale  of ‘7.69% Government Stock 2043’, and Auction for Sale  of ‘7.72% Government Stock 2049’
Government of India has announced the Sale  of  ‘7.32 per cent Government Stock, 2024’ for a notified amount of ` 5,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘7.26 per cent Government Stock, 2029’ for a notified amount of ` 6,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘7.69 per cent Government Stock, 2043’ for a notified amount of ` 2,000 crore  through price based auction, and  ‘7.72 per cent Government Stock, 2049’ for a notified amount of ` 4,000 crore  through price based auction. Subject to the limit of ` 17,000 crore, being total notified amount, GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to` 1,000 crore each against any one or more of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted using multiple price method. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on August 02, 2019 .
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the stocks will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on August 02, 2019. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and 12.00 noon and the competitive bids should be submitted between 11.30 a.m. and
12.30 p.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on August 02, 2019  and payment by successful bidders will be on August 05, 2019 .
The Stocks will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Shri Sarbananda Sonowal offers Shradhanjali to Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti
India is moving ahead under Prime Minister Narendra Modi to achieve Gandhiji dream of an Atmanirbhar Bharat
People are witnessing the evolution of Ram Rajya in the country under Modi ji that Gandhi ji envisioned for India: Shri Sonowal
The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal offered Shradhanjali to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti in Guwahati today.
The Minister also interacted with the students and handed over Khadi clothes as a token of Vocal For Local call by PM Narendra Modi in order to build an Atmanirbhar Bharat - a dream of Mahatma Gandhi. The Sewa Pakhwada programme, which started from 17 September and ends on 2 October, 2022, has inspired people from across the country to join this movement to build a new India through various activities like tree plantation, blood donation, and similar healthcare camps to enrich the quality of lives of the people of India.
Speaking on the occasion Shri Sonowal said, “Today, on the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, along with rest of humanity, we offered our solemn prayer and Shradhanjali with utmost devotion. We seek blessings from Bapu ji to further strengthen the idea of India by all of us through dedication and commitment towards nation building. Under the dynamic leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modiji, we must join this beautiful cause, along with so many of our countrymen who had already participated in many programmes like blood donation, tree plantation etc., and participate in the Sewa Pakhwada campaign to rejuvenate the country. Bapuji always inspired people to become self reliant and Atma Nirbhar. As Modi ji always highlights the potential and possibilities of our country, we must work together to create a positive atmosphere for vocal for local call both domestically and globally as we march towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat. We must serve our nation and mankind as per ‘Swachata Hi Sewa’ call. The dream of Bapuji to see Ram Rajya in the country is evolving in the country under the committed and dedicated effort made by Narendra Modi ji. People are now witnessing the Ram Rajya in the country with the sincere, honest effort made by PM Narendra Modiji. I call upon everyone to join this wonderful cause of nation building for a strong, independent and proud India.”
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Ministry of Communications
Light-touch regulation of PM-WANI framework will encourage entrepreneurs to set up public wifi hotspots and generate additional revenue
Webinar on PM-WANI Framework organized by Department of Telecom today
: Mumbai, November 24, 2021
Light-touch regulation of Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access network Interface  framework will encourage entrepreneurs to set up public wifi hotspots and generate additional revenue for themselves, stated Deputy Director General , Department of Telecom  in Mumbai, Shri Ajay Kamal. The senior DoT officer was speaking in a webinar organized today. In his inaugural address, he mentioned that the PM-WANI scheme has immense potential for proliferation of affordable broadband access to realize the vision of Digital India.
The PM-WANI scheme, launched by the Department of Telecommunications, aims to setup Public Wi-Fi Networks by Public Data Office Aggregators  to provide public Wi-Fi services through Public Data Offices  spread across length and breadth of the country to accelerate proliferation of Broadband Internet services. The webinar was attended by officers of BBNL , CSC  and 70 of its VLEs  from Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Nasik, Sindhudurg & Ratnagiri districts.
Shri Sanjay Sethi, Director , DOT, Mumbai LSA explained the various elements of PM WANI framework i.e. Central Registry, PDO, PDOA and App Providers. All the queries raised by the prospective PDOs regarding the PM WANI framework were clarified by DoT team.
About PM WANI
As per the National Digital Communication Plan, the Central government has set a target of setting up of 10 million Wi-Fi hotspots by 2022 and the PM-WANI scheme will facilitate this.
There shall be no license required by PDOs from DoT for providing Broadband Internet through these public Wi-Fi networks.
The proliferation of public Wi-Fi networks in the country through PM WANI will accelerate the proliferation of public broadband services through Wi-Fi networks and it will enable local entrepreneurs such as chaiwalas, kirana stores and eateries to earn additional revenue.
Interested prospective PDOs can inquire at the following link: https://pmwani.cdot.in/wani/pdo.
DOT will assist all the stakeholders in implementation and proliferation of PM WANI.
Special Service and Features
3.125 kgGold worth Rs. 1.33 Cr. seized by Chennai Air Customs. Two Passengers Arrested
Based on specific intelligenceinputs received from Directorate of Revenue Intelligence [DRI], two male passengers aged 34 years and 35 years who arrived from Dubai by Emirates flight EK-542 on 10.09.2021 at 0230 Hrs and FZ 447 on 10.09.2021 at 04.00 Hrs were intercepted at exit gate.
On examination of their checked-in baggages, 11  Gold wires of 24K purity weighing 3125 grams valued at Rs. 1.33 Cr. which were concealed behind metal fabricated lining inside the checked-in baggage/ suitcases were recovered. These 11Gold wires were Silver coated soasto evade detection by Customs. The contrabandGold,thus recovered was seized under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. Both the passengerswere arrested.Further investigationsare under progress.
This is stated in a press release issued by the Principal Commissioner of Customs, Anna International Airport, Chennai.
Special Service and Features
It is our duty to protect Mother Sea like Motherland: Union Minister of State Dr L Murugan
Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Dr. L Murugan said that it is everyone's duty to respect and protect the Mother Sea just like protecting our Motherland.
Union Minister of State for Information Broadcasting, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Dr. L Murugan flagged off and participated in the marathon run from Alcott Memorial School, Besant Nagar, Chennai on the occasion of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's birthday and International Coastal Cleanliness Day.
International basketball player from Chennai and Padma Shri awardee Anitha Pauldurai participated in this event.
Speaking on the occasion, Union Minister of State for Information Broadcasting, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Dr. L Murugan said,"Innumerable resources are available in India's vast coastline which is 8,000 km wide. Various awareness events are going on today to protect the ocean. The Central Government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is taking various measures to promote sports in the country. Khelo India and the playground for every district scheme are all examples of this."
The Union Minister gave prizes to the winners of the marathon.
The Union Minister, who participated in the Beach Cleanliness Movement event held at Besant Nagar beach, said that despite the corona virus pandemic, the production of marine products was high.
"Mother Sea should be respected and protected like our Motherland. We should provide natural resources for our future generations. So we have the responsibility to keep the sea and the coast safe," he added.
He said that we should all work towards making India a front runner in the world on the 100th Independence Day.
The events were jointly organised by Department Of Earth Sciences, Department of Fisheries, Youth Welfare Department, National Services Scheme, National Institute of Ocean Technology, Indian Coast Guard, Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Tamil Nadu, Chennai Metropolitan Corporation, CSIR - Structural Engineering Research Centre, CLRI - Central Leather Research Institute.